A new suit will not magically ascend you up the corporate ladder.
But it certainly can’t hurt — especially where holiday parties and year-end-reviews are concerned.
Luckily, a deluge of new NYC men’s shops have swung open their doors in recent weeks.
Among them: two new bespoke suiting parlors, the first local brick-and-mortar from an online giant, and American-made goods by way of Upstate New York.
Safe to say 2018 is looking mighty handsome.
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Thom Sweeney
This is mic drop equivalent to the New York suiting game. The internationally recognized British menswear label has descended upon Soho. The best of bespoke, made-to-measure and ready-to-wear all live in this dap boutique with clubhouse appeal. The private cutting room for bespoke appointments is best to be booked on the last week of each month. But their outerwear for the winter months is not to be overlooked. To boot, the shop carries Edward Green and Crockett & Jones footwear and Globetrotter luggage. Get your well-rounded handsome in one fine place.
362 West Broadway (map)
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Everlane
Praise be that which is Everlane. Thankfully this whole look go-to need not eat up our work hours online shopping any longer. Head down to Nolita for all your minimalist ware from high-quality kicks to bags and basic knits. Budget-friendly, quality and highly good-lookin’. They’ve got your brunch wear on lock.
28 Prince Street (map)
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Richard James
It’s 1,800-square-feet of serious suiting at your service. The Savile Row powerhouse features everything from light-hearted ready-to-wear to some of the most meticulous bespoke suits you’ll find the world over. James’ custom jobs practically define timeless. This is a fit that’ll last a fella a lifetime.
461 Park Avenue (map)
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Upstate Stock
From time to time we’ll fret when we see a new menswear shop pop up in the city. The game is saturated. But you can feel in your guts that Upstate Stock is a permanent installation. This shop is unimpeachable. Made in America goods at accessible prices is something no one is going to argue with. Beyond the apparel, you’ll be surrounded with such delights as wool beanies, fingerless gloves, apothecary, candles and glassware. Plus, they have a top-notch coffee bar on site that wafts intoxicating roast waves down the block.
402 Graham Avenue, Brooklyn (map)
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